Transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy (T-DPT)

and

Doctor of Clinical Science in Physical Therapy (DScPT)

On Campus Program Student Handbook

Berrien Springs, Michigan

Updated August 2015

Andrews University Department of Physical Therapy Berrien Springs, Michigan 49104

(269) 471-6305

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INTRODUCTION

Welcome to the Andrews University Physical Therapy Department. You have been selected by a physical therapist program which prides itself on excellence. As part of the Postprofessional Degree Program, you will have the opportunity to learn the skills necessary to become an excellent clinician while studying within a caring Christian environment. The program administrator, faculty and staff are here to help you have a totally rewarding experience. The operations of the Doctor of Physical Therapy program are covered under the Andrews University Working Policy. This handbook is intended as a companion to the Andrews University Student Handbook to assist you while in the program. This handbook is not intended to replace the Andrews University Student Handbook. Please acquaint yourself with the policies and instructions given in both. You will be held accountable for abiding by all items related to your particular situation(s). The Andrews University Student Handbook can be found at http://www.andrews.edu/services/studentlife/handbook/index.html. Andrews University is accredited to offer degrees though the doctoral level by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA) and the Adventist Accrediting Association of the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists (AAA). You will be given a form to sign which authorizes the release of specific information and verifies that you are responsible for the information contained in this handbook. Please sign and return this to the Program Office immediately. Changes or additions to this handbook will be made by the Physical Therapy Department as necessary. Please consult with your faculty advisor, department staff, or the Department Chair if you have questions relating to this handbook or the Physical Therapy Department here at Andrews University.

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TRANSITIONAL DOCTOR OF PHYSICAL THERAPY (T-DPT) & DOCTOR OF CLINICAL SCIENCE IN PHYSICAL THERAPY (DSCPT) PROGRAM.................................................................................. 9

1.1 Andrews University Mission .................................................................................................... 9 1.2 Department Vision Statement ................................................................................................. 9 1.3 Department Mission ................................................................................................................ 9 1.4 The t-DPT/DScPT Statement of Philosophy .......................................................................... 9 1.5 T-DPT Program Objectives .................................................................................................. 10 1.6 DScPT Program Objectives .................................................................................................. 10 1.7 T-DPT/DScPT Program Objectives ...................................................................................... 11 1.8 Faculty & Staff ...................................................................................................................... 11

TECHNICAL STANDARD OF PERFORMANCE ............................................................................... 12 2.1 Standards ............................................................................................................................. 12

PROFESSIONAL EXPECTATIONS POLICY AND PROCEDURE ................................................... 14 3.1 Professional Expectations .................................................................................................... 14 3.2 Patient Simulators ................................................................................................................. 15 3.3 Academic Integrity ................................................................................................................ 15

GRADING PROCESSES .................................................................................................................... 16 4.1 Grading System .................................................................................................................... 16 4.2 Academic Integrity Offenses ................................................................................................. 16 4.3 Grades and Attendance ........................................................................................................ 16 4.4 Grade Issuance .................................................................................................................... 16 4.5 Late Grades .......................................................................................................................... 17 4.6 Graduate Scholastic Requirements ...................................................................................... 17 4.7 Exceptions and Remediation ................................................................................................ 17 4.8 Graduation Requirements .................................................................................................... 17

ATTENDANCE POLICY AND PROCEDURES.................................................................................. 18 5.1 Class Attendance .................................................................................................................. 18 5.2 Attendance During Intensive Courses .................................................................................. 18 5.3 Excused Absences ............................................................................................................... 18 5.4 Unexcused Absences ........................................................................................................... 18 5.5 Class Cancellation ................................................................................................................ 19

STUDENT DRESS POLICY ............................................................................................................... 20 6.1 University Dress Code .......................................................................................................... 20 6.2 PT Lab Attire ......................................................................................................................... 20

ACADEMIC SEMESTERS/REGISTRATION ..................................................................................... 22 7.1 tDPT/DScPT Class Calendars .............................................................................................. 22 7.2 T-DPT/DScPT Curriculum Outline ........................................................................................ 22 7.3 T-DPT/DScPT Course Description Outline .......................................................................... 22 7.4 Class Schedule ..................................................................................................................... 22 7.5 Registration Procedures ....................................................................................................... 22

STUDENT SERVICES ........................................................................................................................ 24 8.1 Terrace Café and Gazebo (ext. 3161) .................................................................................. 24 8.2 Campus Ministries (ext. 3211) .............................................................................................. 24 8.3 Campus Safety (ext. 3321) ................................................................................................... 24 8.4 Campus Store (ext. 3287) .................................................................................................... 24 8.5 Computer Laboratory Centers .............................................................................................. 24 8.6 Counseling and Testing Center (ext. 3470) .......................................................................... 24 8.7 Health Services (473-2222) .................................................................................................. 25 8.8 Housing Information.............................................................................................................. 25 8.9 International Student Services (ext. 6378) ........................................................................... 25 8.10 Library Services (ext. 3275) .................................................................................................. 25 8.11 Student Financial Services (ext. 3334) ................................................................................. 25 8.12 Student Success Center (ext. 6096) ..................................................................................... 25 8.13 Students With Disabilities (ext. 3227) ................................................................................... 25 8.14 Writing Center (ext. 3358) .................................................................................................... 25

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STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES ................................................................................. 26 9.1 Confidentiality ....................................................................................................................... 26 9.2 Grievance ............................................................................................................................. 26 9.3 Ombudsperson ..................................................................................................................... 26 9.4 Discrimination and Harassment (Including Sexual Harassment)......................................... 26 9.5 Student Injuries Policy and Procedure ................................................................................. 27 9.6 Problem Resolution .............................................................................................................. 27 9.7 Risk Situations ..................................................................................................................... 27

CLASS OFFICERS ............................................................................................................................ 30 10.1 Election of Officers ............................................................................................................... 30 10.2 Physical Therapy Faculty Council ........................................................................................ 30

PROGRAM POLICIES/PROCEDURES AND OFFICE PERSONNEL .............................................. 32 11.1 Program Office Personnel .................................................................................................... 32 11.2 Office Hours ......................................................................................................................... 32 11.3 Faculty Office Hours ............................................................................................................. 32 11.4 Bulletin Boards ..................................................................................................................... 32 11.5 Photocopiers ........................................................................................................................ 32 11.6 Outgoing Mail ....................................................................................................................... 32 11.7 Student Email ....................................................................................................................... 33 11.8 Telephones .......................................................................................................................... 33 11.9 Use of Facilities .................................................................................................................... 33 11.10 Classroom Use ..................................................................................................................... 34 11.11 Parking ................................................................................................................................. 34 11.12 Transportation ...................................................................................................................... 35 11.13 Program Safety .................................................................................................................... 35 11.14 Protected Information Policy ................................................................................................ 36

PROGRAM FINANCIAL POLICIES AND PROCEDURES ............................................................... 38 12.1 Program Application Fee(s) & Deposit(s) ............................................................................ 38 12.2 Tuition Fees ......................................................................................................................... 38 12.3 Financial Aid ......................................................................................................................... 38 12.4 Medical Insurance ................................................................................................................ 38 12.5 Syllabus Photocopy Expenses ............................................................................................. 38

DSCPT SUPERVISED CLINICAL PRACTICE .................................................................................. 40 13.1 Supervised Clinical Practice................................................................................................. 40

RESEARCH CURRICULUM .............................................................................................................. 42 14.1 Curriculum ............................................................................................................................ 42

CAPSTONE EXPERIENCE ............................................................................................................... 44 15.1 Requirements ....................................................................................................................... 44 15.2 Registration and Academic Credit ....................................................................................... 44 15.3 Capstone Coordinator .......................................................................................................... 44 15.4 Capstone Committee ........................................................................................................... 44 15.5 Andrews University (AU) Faculty Chair and External Committee Member ......................... 44 15.6 Institutional Review Board (IRB): ......................................................................................... 45 15.7 Timelines ............................................................................................................................. 45 15.8 Dissemination ....................................................................................................................... 45 15.9 Additional Information .......................................................................................................... 45

CURRICULUM OUTLINES ................................................................................................................ 48 16.1 TDPT Curriculum Outline ..................................................................................................... 48 16.2 DScPT Curriculum Outline ................................................................................................... 49

POSTPROFESSIONAL COURSE DESCRIPTIONS ......................................................................... 52 17.1 Foundations Curriculum ....................................................................................................... 52 17.2 Manual Therapy Curriculum ................................................................................................. 53 17.3 Professional Contribution Curriculum .................................................................................. 54

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SECTION 1 TRANSITIONAL DOCTOR OF PHYSICAL THERAPY (T-DPT) & DOCTOR OF CLINICAL SCIENCE IN PHYSICAL THERAPY (DSCPT) PROGRAM

1.1 Andrews University Mission

Andrews University, a distinctive Seventh-day Adventist Christian institution, transforms its students by educating them to seek knowledge and affirm faith in order to change the world.

1.2 Department Vision Statement

Uniting Christianity with Healthcare Education.

1.3 Department Mission

In accordance with the Seventh-day Adventist Church, Andrews University, and the College of Arts and Sciences, the Physical Therapy Department mission is to provide a quality Physical Therapist education within a cooperative learning environment that promotes Christian values. The physical therapy department provides resources and encourages faculty to continue their educational, professional, and spiritual growth. The physical therapy faculty delivers, within a Christ-centered environment, the knowledge base and clinical skills that will prepare students for contemporary physical therapy practice. Physical therapy graduates will serve Christ as evidenced by their ministering to the needs of others through the delivery of effective professional healthcare. The physical therapy department faculty, and graduates comprise a Christian network that is balanced in the development of the spiritual, mental, physical, and social life of its members.

1.4 The t-DPT/DScPT Statement of Philosophy

The Physical Therapy programs affirm the mission and values of Andrews University and the College of Arts and Sciences in its desire to educate professionals for generous service to others with a faithful witness to Christ. The T-DPT/DScPT Curriculum Plan The T-DPT/DScPT curriculum builds upon the physical therapist’s entry-level degree preparation and clinical experience. It will provide a knowledge base to prepare the clinician to practice as a direct access provider. The T-DPT Program prepares the clinician to practice as a direct access provider. The curriculum is sensitive to the interests and changing needs of practitioners, patients, clients, families, caregivers, to the healthcare and educational systems, and to the society at large. This is especially essential within an uncertain healthcare environment, an increasingly accountable higher-education system, and an evolving body of physical therapy knowledge. Research within the academic experience greatly enhances the preparation for evidence-based practice as clinicians and contributes to the professional body of knowledge. The program fosters independent learning, stressing critical inquiry and autonomous practice. The DScPT curriculum has its emphasis in orthopedic manual therapy and fully prepares the clinician to be an orthopedic specialist. From the tDPT or entry level DPT curriculum, the DScPT student progresses to a specialized manual therapy curriculum which culminates in the attainment of nationally recognized certification as a manual therapist. This program prepares the clinician to serve as a leader in the field of orthopedic physical therapy not only in the clinic but also in the development of research and evidenced based practice. It is of utmost importance to instill within the learner the importance of spirituality not only in their personal life but also within the delivery of care to the clients they serve. Both programs seek to prepare the learner to discern the spiritual needs of their patients. The T-DPT/DScPT Graduate The graduate of the Andrews University Transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy or Doctor of Clinical Science in Physical Therapy program should be knowledgeable, self-assured, adaptable, reflective,

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and service oriented. Through critical thinking, lifelong learning, goals, and ethical values, graduates render independent judgments concerning patient/client needs; promote the health of the client; and enhance the professional, contextual, and collaborative foundations for practice. The T-DPT/DScPT graduate must master the breadth and depth of knowledge in order to address patient needs throughout the life span. These may be manifested as acute or chronic dysfunction of movement due to disorders of the musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiopulmonary, and integumentary systems. The graduate’s focus should be to decrease the deleterious effects of health impairments, functional limitations, and disability. The role of the physical therapist is expanding within a changing healthcare system. The T-DPT/DScPT graduate must be prepared for all responsibilities and privileges of autonomous practice and be the practitioner of choice in clients’ health networks. Graduates will provide culturally sensitive care distinguished by trust, respect, and an appreciation for individual differences. The T-DPT/DScPT graduate must also be adaptable and prepared to participate in a broad spectrum of activities from health promotion through comprehensive rehabilitation while being sensitive to market niches and needs that will arise in the healthcare community. Compassion should be a driving force in the graduate’s work. It is our desire that they follow the example of Christ. As He worked with those in need of physical healing, it states in Matthew 14:14: “He had compassion on them.” Specifically, He felt their hurt. Conclusion The Andrews University department of physical therapy is committed to excellence in Christian healthcare education by training individuals to become autonomous practitioner of choice or clinical specialists that provide evidenced-based service throughout the continuum of care.

1.5 T-DPT Program Objectives

Graduates of the T-DPT Program will: 1. Continue to serve as a member of the physical therapy profession, promoting the delivery of

safe, ethical, effective patient care while upholding the standards of the profession. 2. Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of the basic and clinical sciences relevant to physical

therapy, both in their fundamental context and in their application to the discipline of physical therapy.

3. Demonstrate competency in clinical skills necessary to conduct a comprehensive physical therapy evaluation, establish a differential diagnosis, determine patient prognosis, establish intervention and/or prevention activities, and provide health and wellness programming.

4. Provide “primary care” to clients/patients within the scope of physical therapy practice. 5. Demonstrate expressive and receptive communication skills necessary to display an

appreciation of individual differences when delivering physical therapy care and when interacting with clients/patients, healthcare team members and others.

6. Model personal behavior which accurately reflects their spirituality, and understand and utilize the role of prayer and faith in the complete healing process.

7. Possess the critical inquiry skills necessary to evaluate his/her professional knowledge and competencies in relation to contemporary physical therapy practice, along with evaluating current research, theory and techniques so as to design a professional development plan necessary to integrate new knowledge into effective patient care.

8. Possess leadership skills necessary to serve as a leader in their physical therapy practice setting and community healthcare network.

9. Possess knowledge of the capabilities of other health care providers and the critical thinking skills necessary to determine the need for referral to those individuals.

10. Participate in research and the advancement of physical therapy at the community, state or national level.

1.6 DScPT Program Objectives

Graduates of the DScPT Program will meet all of the objectives as listed above for the T-DPT graduates. In addition, the DScPT graduates will:

1. Attain nationally recognized certification in orthopedic manual physical therapy 2. Serve as an orthopedic clinical specialist in their physical therapy practice setting and

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3. Be prepared to serve as an orthopedic clinical specialist educator in entry-level physical therapist programs.

1.7 T-DPT/DScPT Program Objectives

Transitional Doctor of physical therapy graduates have the requisite knowledge and skills to be prepared for autonomous practice, and provide contemporary evidenced-based service throughout the continuum of care. They will be the practitioner so choice for health networks and provide culturally sensitive care distinguished by trust, respect and an appreciation for spirituality in healthcare. In addition to these skills, DScPT graduates will serve as orthopedic manual therapy clinical specialists in physical therapy practice settings, community healthcare networks, and academic settings.

1.8 Faculty & Staff

Director: Kathy Berglund, PT, DSc, FAAOMPT, COMT, OCS (269) 491-2321 berglund@andrews.edu NAIOMT Level I, Level II Upper & Level II Lower Assistant Director & Capstone Coordinator: Caryn Pierce, MSPT, JSCC, BCSI, MTC (269) 471-6302 caryn@andrews.edu Clinical Research Research Coordinator: Sozina Katuli sozina@andrews.edu (269) 471-3588 Advanced Topics in Clinical Research Applications of Clinical Research Operations Coordinator & Advisor: Amy Maydole (269) 471-6305 maydole@andrews.edu Adjunct Faculty: Frank Aerts, PT, DSc, CMPT frank@metseminarsusa.com Physiological Basis for Exercise Prescription Valerie Coolman, PT, DSc, FAAOMPT, COMT, OCS valcoolman@yahoo.com NAIOMT Level I, Level II Upper & Level II Lower Online Differential Diagnosis Duane Covrig covrig@andrews.edu Principles of Contemporary Leadership

Bonny Dent, MSPT, PCS dent@andrews.edu Spirituality in Healthcare Pat Fonstad, PT, DSc, FCAMT fonstad@shaw.ca Medical Diagnostics Eun-Young Julia Kim, PhD keun@andrews.edu Doctoral Colloquium Elizabeth Oakley, MSPT, DHSc oakleye@andrews.edu Education Techniques Erl Pettman, FCAMT, MCPA erlpettman@shaw.ca NAIOMT Level III Upper, Level III Lower & Level IV Glenn Russell, MDiv glenn@andrews.edu Comparative Religions Geoff Schneider, PT, DSc, PhD, FCAMPT geoff@andrews.edu Evidenced Base Orthopedic Clinical Practice Stacy Soappman, PT, DSc, COMT, FAAOMPT wilson@andrews.edu Clinical Pharmacology Kathleen Stupansky, PT, DSc, OCS, FAAOMPT stupansk@andrews.edu Post-Operative Management of Common Orthopedic Surgeries

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SECTION 2 TECHNICAL STANDARD OF PERFORMANCE

The intent of the T-DPT and DScPT and program is to graduate individuals who are prepared for all responsibilities and privileges of autonomous physical therapy practice. To function at this level, students must be able to complete, with reasonable accommodation as necessary, certain psychomotor, cognitive, communication, and behavioral skills. If a student cannot demonstrate these skills, it is the responsibly of the student to request appropriate accommodation. The University will provide reasonable accommodation as long as it does not fundamentally alter the nature of the program and does not impose undue hardship such as would cause significant expense or be disruptive to the educational process.

2.1 Standards

The student must be able to perform at least the following skills safely and reliably while in the T-DPT/DScPT program: Psychomotor Skills:

1. Get to lecture, lab and clinical locations, and move within rooms as needed for changing groups, partners and workstations.

2. Physically maneuver in required clinical settings, to accomplish assigned tasks. 3. Move quickly in an emergency situation to protect the patient (e.g. from falling). 4. Maneuver another person’s body parts to effectively perform evaluation techniques. 5. Manipulate common tools used for screening tests of the cranial nerves, sensation, range of

motion, blood pressure, e.g., cotton balls, safety pins, goniometers, Q-tips, sphygmomanometer.

6. Safely and effectively guide, facilitate, inhibit, and resist movement and motor patterns through physical facilitation and inhibition techniques (including ability to give time urgent verbal feedback).

7. Move or lift another person’s body in transfers, gait, positioning, exercise, and mobilization techniques. (Lifting weights between 10-100+ lbs).

8. Manipulate evaluation and treatment equipment safely, and accurately apply to clients. 9. Manipulate bolsters, pillows, plinths, mats, gait assistive devices, and other supports or chairs

to aid in positioning, moving, or treating a patient effectively. (Lifting, pushing/pulling weights between 10-100lbs).

10. Competently perform and supervise cardiopulmonary resuscitation (C.P.R.) using guidelines issued by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross.

11. Legibly record thoughts in English for written assignments and tests. 12. Legibly record/document evaluations, patient care notes, referrals, etc. in standard medical

charts in hospital/clinical settings in a timely manner and consistent with the acceptable norms of clinical settings.

13. Detect changes in an individual’s muscle tone, skin quality, joint play, kinesthesia, and temperature to gather accurate objective evaluative information in a timely manner and sense that individual’s response to environmental changes and treatment.

14. Safely apply and adjust the dials or controls of therapeutic modalities. 15. Safely and effectively position hands and apply mobilization techniques. 16. Use a telephone. 17. Read written and illustrated material in the English language, in the form of lecture handouts,

textbooks, literature and patient charts. 18. Observe active demonstrations in the classroom. 19. See training videos, projected slides/overheads, X-ray pictures, and notes written on a

blackboard/whiteboard. 20. Receive visual information from clients, e.g., movement, posture, body mechanics, and gait

necessary for comparison to normal standard for purposes of evaluation of movement dysfunctions.

21. Receive visual information from the treatment environment (e.g., dials on modalities and monitors, assistive devices, furniture, flooring, structures, etc).

22. Receive visual clues as to the patient’s tolerance of the intervention procedures. These may include facial grimaces, muscle twitching, withdrawal etc.

23. Hear lectures and discussion in an academic and clinical setting. 24. Distinguish between normal and abnormal lung and heart sounds using a stethoscope.

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Cognitive Skills 1. Receive, interpret, remember, reproduce and use information in the cognitive, psychomotor,

and affective domains of learning to solve problems, evaluate work, and generate new ways of processing or categorizing similar information listed in course objectives.

2. Perform a physical therapy examination of a client’s posture and movement including analysis of physiological, biomechanical, behavioral, and environmental factors in a timely manner, consistent with the acceptable norms of clinical settings.

3. Use examination data to formulate a physical therapy evaluation and execute a plan of physical therapy management in a timely manner, appropriate to the problems identified consistent with acceptable norms of clinical settings.

4. Reassess and revise plans as needed for effective and efficient management of physical therapy problems, in a timely manner and consistent with the acceptable norms of clinical settings.

Communication Skills

1. Effectively communicate information and safety concerns with other students, teachers, clients, peers, staff and personnel by asking questions, giving information, explaining conditions and procedures, or teaching home programs. These all need to be done in a timely manner and within the acceptable norms of academic and clinical settings.

2. Receive and interpret written communication in both academic and clinical settings in a timely manner.

3. Receive and send verbal communication in life threatening situations in a timely manner within the acceptable norms of clinical settings.

4. Physical Therapy education presents exceptional challenges in the volume and breadth of required reading and the necessity to impart information to others. Students must be able to communicate quickly, effectively and efficiently in oral and written English with all members of the health care team.

Behavioral Skills

1. Maintain general good health and self-care in order to not jeopardize the health and safety of self and individuals with whom one interacts in the academic and clinical settings.

2. Arrange transportation and living accommodations to foster timely reporting to the classroom and/or clinical assignments.

3. Demonstrate appropriate affective behaviors and mental attitudes in order not to jeopardize the emotional, physical, mental, and behavioral safety of clients and other individuals with whom one interacts in the academic and clinical settings and to be in compliance with the ethical standards of the American Physical Therapy Association.

4. Sustain the mental and emotional rigors of a demanding educational program in physical therapy which includes academic and/or clinical components that occur within set time constraints, and often concurrently.

5. Demonstrate professional behaviors and a commitment to learning as outlined in Section 3 of this handbook.

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SECTION 3 PROFESSIONAL EXPECTATIONS POLICY AND PROCEDURE

All Physical Therapy Program faculty are committed to the concept of adult learning where instructors serve as facilitators of the process of learning. Within this environment the student holds the ultimate responsibility to determine the quality of his/her educational experience.

3.1 Professional Expectations

The Professional Behaviors document is the result of the University of Wisconsin—Madison PT education program and May W., Kotney L., and Iglarsh A. The Professional Behaviors reflect the intent of assessing professional behaviors which are deemed critical for professional growth and development in PT education and practice. These behaviors with their criteria are as follows:

1. Critical Thinking - The ability to question logically; identify, generate and evaluate elements of logical argument; recognize and differentiate facts, appropriate or faulty inferences, and assumptions; and distinguish relevant from irrelevant information. The ability to appropriately utilize, analyze, and critically evaluate scientific evidence to develop a logical argument, and to identify and determine the impact of bias on the decision making process.

2. Communication - The ability to communicate effectively (i.e. verbal, non-verbal, reading, writing, and listening) for varied audiences and purposes.

3. Problem Solving – The ability to recognize and define problems, analyze data, develop and implement solutions, and evaluate outcomes.

4. Interpersonal Skills – The ability to interact effectively with patients, families, colleagues, other health care professionals, and the community in a culturally aware manner.

5. Responsibility – The ability to be accountable for the outcomes of personal and professional actions and to follow through on commitments that encompass the profession within the scope of work, community and social responsibilities.

6. Professionalism – The ability to exhibit appropriate professional conduct and to represent the profession effectively while promoting the growth/development of the Physical Therapy profession.

7. Use of Constructive Feedback – The ability to seek out and identify quality sources of feedback, reflect on and integrate the feedback, and provide meaningful feedback to others.

8. Effective Use of Time and Resources – The ability to manage time and resources effectively to obtain the maximum possible benefit.

9. Stress Management – The ability to identify sources of stress and to develop and implement effective coping behaviors; this applies for interactions for: self, patient/clients and their families, members of the health care team and in work/life scenarios.

10. Commitment to Learning – The ability to self direct learning to include the identification of needs and sources of learning; and to continually seek and apply new knowledge, behaviors, and skills.

Each student is expected to demonstrate professional behavior and a commitment to learning throughout the program. This will include, but not be limited to, punctuality and preparedness for each class session, and timely completion of assignments. Students are expected to participate in class discussions in a manner that demonstrates respect for their instructor, fellow classmates, and the department. Students also represent the Postprofessional program, Andrews University and Christ outside the PT building and therefore are still held to the professional expectations policy, particularly #2 and #4-6. This also applies to social media communications like Facebook, Twitter, etc. Students will be working with many instructors via email and telephone conversations. All communications are expected to occur in a polite, tactful and professional manner. Courses in both the tDPT and DScPT programs are run within a scheduled time period. A measure of these generic abilities is the method by which students handle situations that arise that will impair their ability to comply with all of the course deadlines. Students who are experiencing difficulties while in a course are expected to participate in timely communications with the course instructor and, if necessary, the program director to address these problems. If an instructor and or clinical supervisor has evidence of a student’s failure to comply with these professional expectations, the program director will be notified. Upon review of the evidence and agreement by the Program Faculty Council, the students will be notified in writing of their deficiency. The student must then develop a corrective plan of remediation to be submitted for approval by the

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Program Faculty Council. If the remediation plan is not followed, the student can be dismissed from the program by a vote of the Physical Therapy Faculty Council.

3.2 Patient Simulators

Because the post-professional physical therapy program maintains a hands-on curriculum, each student is expected to serve as a practice subject (patient simulator) for other students while enrolled in the classes. With input from instructors, students are expected to identify any aspect of their health status that presents a contraindication to a specific therapeutic exercise or manual therapy technique. If a contraindication is identified, students will abstain from participating as a practice subject for these specific activities. However, the student is expected to remain present in the classroom, practicing the techniques on others and closely observing others practice.

3.3 Academic Integrity

In harmony with the mission statement, Andrews University expects that students will demonstrate the ability to think clearly for themselves and exhibit personal and moral integrity in every sphere of life. Thus, students are expected to display honesty in all academic matters. Academic dishonesty includes (but is not limited to) the following acts:

1. Falsifying or presenting falsified documents, research data, research findings, or other intentional misrepresentation of research methods, data collection, or results.

2. Plagiarizing, which includes copying others’ published work, and/or failing to give credit properly to other authors and creators.

3. Misusing copyrighted material and/or violating licensing agreements (actions that may result in legal action in addition to disciplinary action taken by the University).

4. Using media from any source or medium, including the Internet (e.g., print, visual images, music) with the intent to mislead, deceive, or defraud.

5. Presenting another’s work as one’s own. 6. Using materials during a quiz or examination other than those specifically allowed by the

teacher or program. 7. Stealing, accepting, or studying from stolen quizzes or examination materials. 8. Obtaining information from another student during a regular or take-home test or quiz. 9. Assisting another in acts of academic dishonesty (e.g., falsifying attendance records,

providing unauthorized course materials). 10. Acting deceitfully in any other academic matter.

The Andrews University policy on academic dishonesty includes incremental discipline for multiple offenses and severe penalties and/or legal action for some offenses. Consequences may include denial of admission, revocation of admission, warning from a teacher with or without formal documentation, warning from a chair or academic Dean with formal documentation, receipt of a reduced or failing grade with or without notation of the reason on the transcript, suspension or dismissal from the course, suspension or dismissal from the program, expulsion from the university, or degree cancellation. Disciplinary action may be retroactive if academic dishonesty becomes apparent after the student leaves the course, program, or university.

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SECTION 4 GRADING PROCESSES

4.1 Grading System

The department’s grading system measures the student’s knowledge and ability to comprehend, apply, analyze, synthesize, and evaluate stated physical therapy curriculum objectives. It is designed to encourage cooperation between students and discourage individual competition.

Letter grades are utilized for most lecture and laboratory courses. S/U (satisfactory/unsatisfactory) grades are utilized for some courses and for all clinical experiences. S/U grades do not contribute to the calculated grade point average. Students are expected to keep track of their academic standing in all courses at any time. A student whose grade point average falls below the minimum required for an academic session (3.0) is automatically placed on academic probation and continued enrollment is subject to the recommendation of the Postprofessional Physical Therapy Faculty Council. If a student receives a C- or below in any required course, the course will need to be repeated.

4.2 Academic Integrity Offenses

The Andrews University policy on academic dishonesty includes incremental discipline for multiple offenses and severe penalties for some offenses. Consequences may include denial of admission, revocation of admission, warning from a teacher with or without formal documentation, warning from a chair or academic dean with formal documentation, receipt of a reduced or failing grade with or without notation of the reason on the transcript, suspension or dismissal from the course, suspension or dismissal from the program, expulsion from the university, or degree cancellation. Disciplinary action may be retroactive if academic dishonesty becomes apparent after the student leaves the course, program, or university. Any instance of academic dishonesty will be documented by the instructor and the documentation will be placed in the student file.

4.3 Grades and Attendance

Whenever the total number of absences (excused or unexcused) exceeds 10% of the total course appointments, the instructor may choose to give a failing grade. Three incidents of tardiness (lateness) are equivalent to one absence with respect to this policy. Students will automatically receive a score of zero for exams, quizzes, or assignments missed due to an unexcused absence.

4.4 Grade Issuance

Course Grades Course grades are issued by the course (lecture/lab) instructor, course coordinator, or program administrator. Explanation of the grading process for each course is detailed in the respective course syllabus. The grades are normally submitted to the Records Office when all students have completed all of the assignments and the instructor has finished grading these assignments. The Postprofessional program does not adhere to the general University semester system so deferred grades (DG) are commonly required as the grades must be submitted prior to the course being completed. Posting Scores Students wishing to know their final grade before the University posts the official grade on the Web may contact the instructor to receive their grade. Student scores may be posted during the academic session, at the discretion of the instructor, through an anonymous identification system. Grade Problems Only the instructor, course coordinator, or program administrator are allowed to discuss grades with the student(s). Any grades given to the student by means other than the official university postings are considered unofficial and are not binding. Grading problems not resolved by the instructor must be taken to the program administrator and/or Postprofessional faculty council.

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4.5 Late Grades

Students who are unable to complete a course in the time frame established by the program will receive an “INCOMPLETE (I)” rather than a DG. There is a $30 fee for an Incomplete. Prior to the issuance of the “I”, the student should have been in contact with the instructor as to the circumstances necessitating this (see Generic Abilities 3.1). The student is required to establish a timeframe that he/she will be able to complete the work by, with the course instructor. Once this has been established, the student must adhere to this timeline. Failure to do so will result in the grade defaulting to the percentage earned up to the point of the missing work. All “I”’s must be cleared within a 1 year time period.

4.6 Graduate Scholastic Requirements

All graduate course work (lectures and laboratories) scheduled for each academic session must be successfully completed prior to advancing to the next academic session. Successful completion is defined as:

1. A grade of “C” (2.00) or greater in each graduate course 2. An “S” grade in all courses which have Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading. 3. A cumulative GPA of 3.00 or greater in all graduate physical therapy course work used to

meet the degree requirements. One probationary semester (the semester immediately following) is given to students below 3.00 to allow the student to raise their graduate GPA back above the 3.00 minimum.

4.7 Exceptions and Remediation

Exceptions to Grading Policies Only the Postprofessional Physical Therapy Faculty Council makes exceptions. Some decisions will require an action by a higher council or administrative approval.

4.8 Graduation Requirements

Students must meet all the following criteria: 1. Satisfactory completion of all required course work and a minimum graduate GPA of 3.0 is

required for the completion of the Transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy or Doctor of Clinical Science in Physical Therapy degree.

2. Students must have satisfactorily completed their Capstone Project with proper verification of this from the Chair of the students Capstone committee.

DScPT Students Only

3. Proof of NAIOMT Level III certification or manual therapy certification from another approved program.

4. Proof of competency credit towards or satisfactory completion of 60 hours of 1:3 clinical supervision by an approved clinician.

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SECTION 5 ATTENDANCE POLICY AND PROCEDURES

5.1 Class Attendance

Because of the interactive and collaborative nature of post-professional physical therapy education, especially during practical hands-on instruction, class attendance is essential for successful learning. The program calendar and class/lab schedule are published in advance so that students can plan accordingly. Students should make these appointments a priority while enrolled in a degree program. Individual instructors have the right to establish specific attendance policies within their courses, which you will find published in the course syllabuses. Additionally, students are expected to complete all exams, quizzes and assignments as they are scheduled. That includes online assignments, quizzes, and exams, etc. These dates are also included in the course syllabuses. Requests for exceptions must be submitted in writing by email to the instructor and with cc: to the program director for consideration. Whenever the total number of absences (excused or unexcused) exceeds 10% of the total course appointments, the instructor may choose to give a failing grade. Three incidents of tardiness (lateness) are equivalent to one absence with respect to this policy.

5.2 Attendance During Intensive Courses

Absences are not allowed during intensive courses when the on-campus cohort is joined by distance students and guest instructors. A student who is unable to attend class during this time due to unexpected life circumstances will be allowed to petition the Physical Therapy Faculty Council for a deferment. The specific reason for the absence must be submitted to the program office in writing within the semester following the missed class. If a deferment is granted, the student will be allowed to take the course the next time it is offered (usually once per year) without paying additional tuition. This may delay further progression through the program. If the student does not attend the course the next time it is offered or fails to complete all course requirements at that time, the student will be given a grade based on the academic work that has been completed to date. If this does not result in a passing grade, the student will be required to register and pay full tuition for the course at a future date.

5.3 Excused Absences

Except during intensive courses, students may submit a request for an excused absence by email to the program office. Submitting a request does not guarantee that the absence will be excused. Any illness or injury requiring absence for more than one day must be submitted as a written order from a physician in order to be excused. Full-day absences that are not due to illness may be subject to review and approval by the Physical Therapy Faculty Council. Instructors may excuse absences for individual class periods at their own discretion (refer to course syllabuses). Examples of non-illness excuses for absences include the death of a family member or presenting research at a professional conference. A student who is absent from a class without making prior arrangements (e.g. due to car trouble or illness), should promptly notify the Program Office at (269) 471-6305 or maydole@andrews.edu. Even if an absence is excused, the student is responsible for completing all course requirements and may be asked to perform additional academic work to make up for missed content at the discretion of the instructor.

5.4 Unexcused Absences

Faculty and staff are under no obligation to provide a means through which students can make up course content, examinations, quizzes, or assignments missed due to voluntary absences. This includes (but is not limited to) absences due to late registration, disciplinary suspension, travel arrangements, or social events. Students will automatically receive a score of zero for exams, quizzes, or assignments missed due to an unexcused absence. Travel arrangements made prior to the issuance of the published class schedule for any given semester are made at the student's own risk and cannot be considered as a reason for an excused absence.

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5.5 Class Cancellation

Classes or events canceled due to inclement weather, physical plant problems, or other uncontrollable situations will be rescheduled. A notice of school closing due to inclement weather will be reported on radio station WAUS 90.7 FM and WNDU, Pulse FM 96.9 and on WSBT or WSJV television stations. A banner with any class cancellation information will be posted on the Andrews University website. Andrews University has also established a school closing hotline to announce school closings during inclement weather. Call (269) 471-7660 for a prerecorded message. Postprofessional Physical Therapy students will be notified of the changes in the class schedule once arrangements have been made. Rescheduling will need to accommodate the instructor’s schedule. Contract teachers are often Clinicians which may require classes be scheduled early or late in the day. Cancellation of a class for reasons other than inclement weather will be emailed to the student, posted on LearningHub, and posted on the bulletin board outside of classroom C. It is the responsibility of the student to check those locations for notification of canceled classes or schedule changes. The University uses AU Alert, an emergency notification system that can send email, text messages,

voicemails and post to Facebook. Students are encouraged to visit www.andrews.edu/go/myems and

click on “Configure SMS Notification Preferences” to configure your personal emergency notification

preferences. Andrews’ email addresses are automatically configured into your emergency

notifications settings. You can add an additional email and your cell phone number to receive text

(also known as SMS messages).

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SECTION 6 STUDENT DRESS POLICY

Student attire for lectures and general school activates is expected to follow the conservative standard as outlined in the Andrews University Student Handbook.

6.1 University Dress Code

Students should be guided by principles of neatness, modesty, appropriateness, and cleanliness. In practice, this means that:

1. Students should avoid clothing that is tight-fitting or too revealing. 2. Students should wear clothing appropriate to their gender. 3. Fingernails should be trimmed so as not to interfere with treatment techniques. 4. Shoes generally are to be worn in all public places. 5. Bicycles, roller blades/skates and skateboards may not be used in public buildings. 6. Tattoos should be covered with clothing or camouflaged with discreet makeup or bandaid.

Modest walking shorts are considered appropriate campus wear. Cut-offs, short shorts and bicycle shorts are appropriate only for appropriate labs and athletic activities. Shorts are not permitted in Pioneer Memorial Church at any time. Men's Attire: Slacks or jeans with shirts or sweaters are the most appropriate basic dress for campus wear. Shirts must always be worn on campus and buttoned appropriately. Tank tops and bare midriffs are not acceptable. Acceptable swim attire is boxer-style shorts. Women's Attire: Skirts or slacks/jeans with blouses, shirts, sweaters, and/or jackets or dresses are appropriate for most occasions. Immodest and unacceptable attire for women includes sheer blouses, tube tops, tops with low or revealing necklines, tops with narrow straps such as spaghetti straps, bare midriffs or backs, short shorts, and short or revealing skirts. Modest one-piece swimwear is acceptable. Make-up and nail polish, if worn, should be natural looking and inconspicuous. Sabbath Dress: When dressing for Sabbath, attention should be carefully given to neatness and appropriateness. Shorts are not permitted in the cafeteria during Sabbath hours. Jewelry: Bracelets, necklaces and chains, ear, tongue, nose and eyebrow rings, and other forms of jewelry are inconsistent with the Seventh-day Adventist standards of modesty and should not be worn by the Andrews student. Modest symbols of marriage such as wedding rings (for those who are married), and engagement rings (for those who are engaged) are acceptable.

6.2 PT Lab Attire

Physical therapy lab attire consists of loose shorts and T-shirts for both women and men. Lab attire is worn during practical instruction where hands-on treatment exchanges occur. During some labs students will be required to remove their shirts in order to expose the neck, back, shoulders, or abdomen at which time women will need to be wearing a halter top or bathing suit top to maintain modesty. Lab attire should not be worn in the classroom unless the class lecture is combined with lab or research activities. At the conclusion of a lab session, students should change into appropriate attire as described in the University Dress Code.

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SECTION 7 ACADEMIC SEMESTERS/REGISTRATION

7.1 tDPT/DScPT Class Calendars

The Class Calendar will provide the semester dates. This calendar is meant to give the student and overall picture of the program. The actual dates are subject to change. Updates are given in the Class Schedule. See the Postprofessional Program, Student Resources website for the class calendar pertaining to your degree and cohort.

7.2 T-DPT/DScPT Curriculum Outline

The Curriculum Outline provides a list of courses that the Postprofessional physical therapy student will take while in the program, along with the instructor who is currently assigned to teach them. A copy is included in the back of this handbook or available online on the Postprofessional Program, Student Resources website.

7.3 T-DPT/DScPT Course Description Outline

The Course Description Outline provides an abbreviated course description for each of the required courses in the t-DPT/DScPT Program. This description is meant to give the student a better understanding of each course offered in the program. A copy is included in the back of this handbook.

7.4 Class Schedule

The Class Schedule includes, lectures, week intensives, student activities and other reminders for the semester. It is available on the AU Postpofessional Student Recourse webpage, or http://www.andrews.edu/shp/pt/postpro/resources_student.html. Schedules for the following semester are added prior to the end of examination week of each respective semester. Schedule Changes Situations unique to guest and contract instructor schedules, or unforeseen problems arise on occasion which necessitate schedule changes. This makes the course and activity schedules subject to revision prior to or during any respective semester. A notice of the schedule change will be emailed to the student, placed in the student mailboxes or posted on the whiteboard of the classroom where the class is normally held. An attempt will be made to minimize the number of schedule changes. Students are requested and expected to arrange their work and personal schedules to adapt to revisions in class schedules. See Section 5 for class changes for inclement weather or other emergencies.

7.5 Registration Procedures

Before the close of each semester the department will inform and orient each student by email to the specific registration procedures and time schedules to follow for registration for the successive semester.

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SECTION 8 STUDENT SERVICES

A variety of services are available to all university students and faculty. Andrews University is committed to helping students succeed by keeping each learner, “classroom ready.” This handbook only briefly introduces the reader to some of the many services offered. The Bulletin and University Student Handbook provide a more comprehensive view of available services. Please note that since some sessions are held during campus breaks, all facilities may not be available.

8.1 Terrace Café and Gazebo (ext. 3161)

Located on the second floor of the Campus Center, the Terrace Café operates a vegetarian and vegan dishes in an all you care to eat format. The Gazebo is located in the Campus Center next the student lounge. The menu includes a wide selection of sandwiches, side orders, fountain items and an extensive salad bar.

8.2 Campus Ministries (ext. 3211)

Located in the Student Center, the Campus Ministries office helps create an atmosphere where the University family can become an interdependent community whose highest purpose is service to Christ and humanity. It directs and coordinates the chapel and assembly programs, the Student Missions program, ADRA, Task Force, The Way Sabbath School, Church services, and BRANCH. Through the Pastoral Care Program, it provides pastoral and counseling visits, Bible studies, Engaged Encounter seminars, and Marriage Enrichment seminars.

8.3 Campus Safety (ext. 3321)

The Campus Safety Department is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week 365 days a year to help you. It is located in the one story red brick building on Seminary Drive between Garland Avenue and Grove Street. Their regular office hours are from 8:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. Monday through Thursday and 8:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. on Friday. The Campus Safety Department can assist you with parking permits, opening locked doors, escorting service, contacting the local police and answering questions on University rules and regulations.

8.4 Campus Store (ext. 3287)

Located in the Campus Plaza, the campus stores normal operating hours are from 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Monday through Thursday, and 9:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. Friday and Sunday. Here is where individuals can purchase text and reference books, office and school supplies, and University imprinted clothing and gifts. Merchandise can be purchased with cash, checks, credit cards or by placing items on the student’s account.

8.5 Computer Laboratory Centers

There are three major computing laboratories on campus that are available for use by registered students and faculty who supply their own drives to store personal data files. Various computer programs are available including word processing, spread-sheets, databases and statistical packages. These labs are located in Bell Hall 182 (ext. 6020), Nethery Hall 208 (ext. 6010), and Chan Shun Hall 225/226 (ext. 3422). Students can access the University network from all major buildings on campus with a laptop or notebook computer and a wireless web network card which can be purchased at the ITS store. The physical therapy department also maintains a small computer lab for use by physical therapy students and faculty only. See details about this lab in Section 9 of this handbook.

8.6 Counseling and Testing Center (ext. 3470)

Located in Bell Hall 123 the Counseling and Testing Center assists students, without charge, in reaching their maximum potential when confronted by social, intellectual, or emotional problems. Professional Counselors and doctoral students in counseling are available for any student by appointment or immediately, if necessary.

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8.7 Health Services (473-2222)

Students may direct their health needs to the University Medical Specialties, located next to Apple Valley Market, between 8:00 A.M. and 5:00 P.M. Monday through Thursday, and 8:00 A.M. and 12:00 noon on Friday. Physician appointments and nurse visits, as well as most short-term medications are available to all students.

8.8 Housing Information

On-campus housing is available to all university students. Lamson Hall (ext. 3446) houses the women while Meier and Burman Halls (ext. 3390) house the men. Single undergraduate students under 22 are required to live in one of these residents’ halls. Full time students living with a spouse and/or children qualify for renting one of the Beachwood, Maplewood, Garland or University Manor apartments. The housing office (ext.6979) also maintains a list of non-campus rentals.

8.9 International Student Services (ext. 6378)

Located in the Student Center, the International Student Services office provides counseling on immigration regulations and coordinates orientation programs for international students. Assistance is available in both their home country and on campus.

8.10 Library Services (ext. 3275)

The James White Library serves the information resource needs of Andrews University. It houses more than one million volumes and subscribes to almost 3,000 periodicals. The library’s online system, JeWeL, serves as the library’s catalog and as an electronic gateway to a rich variety of Internet resources. There is also a small resource room in the physical therapy department rich with physical therapy related materials.

8.11 Student Financial Services (ext. 3334)

The Student Financial Services office, located in the Administration Building, handles all applications and processing of financial aid as well as payment arrangements. Students desiring financial aid should contact Student Financial Services by February 1 of each school year.

8.12 Student Success Center (ext. 6096)

Located in Nethery Hall, the Student Success Center provides academic services such as individual and small group tutoring on specific course content and on general topics such as note-taking, time management, memory techniques and reducing test anxiety.

8.13 Students With Disabilities (ext. 3227)

Located in Nethery Hall with Student Success, this department helps determine if and what reasonable accommodations are needed for students with qualified disabilities. Students are required to provide necessary documentation of disability from a qualified licensed professional and make an application for accommodation before the accommodation can be considered.

8.14 Writing Center (ext. 3358)

Located in Nethery Hall 203, the writing center provides assistance with writing papers, from small assignments to thesis projects. Students can receive assistance with everything from grammar and punctuation to format and styles.

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SECTION 9 STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

All Postprofessional Physical Therapy students are considered to be full members of the academic community. As such, students have rights and responsibilities which are discussed in detail in the Andrews University Student Handbook, which is available through the Student Life Office and online at http://www.andrews.edu/services/studentlife/handbook. These rights include a right to learn; to be free from discrimination or harassment; to discuss, inquire and express; to petition; to have access to and privacy in educational records; to associate with others and to appeal/grievance. This section only briefly introduces the reader to some of these rights. For more specific information, see the Andrews University Student Handbook.

9.1 Confidentiality

Information on the university policies concerning confidentiality may be obtained from the Andrews University Student Handbook. In compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), the federal law that governs release of and access to student education records, Andrews University grants the rights outlined within the Act to our students. For more information please see the Andrews University Student Handbook section on FERPA online at http://bulletin.andrews.edu//content.php?catoid=10&navoid=1114. Due to FERPA, University Faculty and Staff are unable to share confidential information with anyone other than the student unless the student has given specific permission for a third-party to receive information. This can be done through your iVue by selecting ‘Manage FERPA Contacts’ and adding them as a ‘New Contact.’

9.2 Grievance

Students who feel they have a legitimate grievance concerning a grade or treatment in a particular course may appeal to the teacher or course coordinator of that course. If a satisfactory solution to the problem cannot be reached, students then take their complaint to the program administrator, the department chair, the dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, the ombudsperson, the vice president for academic administration, and the president in that order. The department chair may request a written confirmation of each concern before appropriate follow through is made. It is then the student’s responsibility to provide the requesting party with written verification of their concern. A complaint concerning treatment at work or in the dormitory should also be handled through the normal channels of that organization, beginning with the direct supervisor. An additional channel available to the student is to take the problem to the ombudsperson. (See Andrews University Working Policy 3:292.)

9.3 Ombudsperson

The ombudsperson is a presidential appointee who is available to help students resolve any complex problem which remains unsolved after the student has followed normal channels for handling such matters or has encountered an obstacle in doing so. The ombudsperson is authorized to have access to all university offices and relevant records in resolving questions pertaining to students. The ombudsperson will advise the student on further steps to take, negotiate a solution, or find out the reasons why the problem is insoluble and help the concerned individual to understand and relate better. No student shall suffer any penalty because of seeking assistance from the ombudsperson. All information presented to the ombudsperson by persons seeking assistance shall be considered confidential. The ombudsperson is alert to the chief causes for student concerns and is expected to make recommendations for elimination of these causes consistent with the fundamental purposes of the university (see University Student Handbook for more specific information).

9.4 Discrimination and Harassment (Including Sexual Harassment)

Please contact your program administrator, department chair, dean of the Colleges of Arts and Sciences, or vice president for student affairs, in that order, unless one of the above is suspect in which case start with the one higher up. (see University Student Handbook for more specific information)

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9.5 Student Injuries Policy and Procedure

Andrews University’s general liability loss insurance and the student insurance requires that the incident be reported promptly and accurately. The procedures to follow are:

Campus

1. Report the injury to the respective teacher or laboratory instructor immediately. If serious, call for medical assistance immediately.

2. As soon as possible after the injury, meet with the faculty member or advisor to complete an

Incident Report to be sent to the Financial Records Office.

9.6 Problem Resolution

Several things should be noted: 1. It is hoped that the problem will be solved at the lowest administrative level possible. If a solu-

tion is not attained at any particular level, the next level should be sought. The first contact should be with your program administrator. If possible the administrator should follow through the various progressive administrative steps with the student until the solution is attained. Should the student not be comfortable with their first contact, they may go to the next higher level for assistance. This person will then follow through with the student.

2. If the student feels that the problem has not been dealt with fairly up to and through the vice president level, they should seek the assistance of the president designated ombudsperson prior to proceeding to the university president’s office.

3. A petition form may be required. The petition will require approval at the various respective levels prior to the final solution.

4. If a student is dismissed from the PT Program and believes there were extenuating circumstances that override policy, they may appeal a dismissal decision to the SHP Dean.

9.7 Risk Situations

If a situation shows a potential personal risk to the student (or her unborn child, if applicable) the department chair will review known potential risk with the student. Dropping Out If the student chooses to drop out of the program until the situation clears, the Academic Policies and Procedures section of this handbook will be followed for exiting and reentering the program (the Physical Therapy Faculty Council reviews these situations). A statement from the student's physician will be necessary to document the reasons.

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Informed Consent Having been informed of the potential risk, if the student chooses to continue in regular standing in the program they will:

1. Furnish a signed statement from the student’s physician. This document will indicate the phy-sician’s recommendation(s) with any noted comments or limitations.

2. Provide a signed Informed Consent Form (the signature of the spouse may also be required if pregnancy is involved). This may be required for each academic semester and is obtained from the Postprofessional administrative assistant.

3. If a student is aware that they have been exposed to an infectious disease, for which they have not been immunized, they will share this information immediately with the program director. The student may be asked to take a test at the student’s expense to ascertain if they are a potential carrier of the disease. It may be necessary for the student to withdraw from the program and arrange makeup time.

4. Any change noted by a student in their physical condition which has the potential of influencing their skills or judgments or endangering the safety or well-being of them-selves, their unborn child, or their clients must be reported to the program administra-tor.

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SECTION 10 CLASS OFFICERS

10.1 Election of Officers

The on-campus cohort of post-professional students will elect officers during the first month of Fall Semester each year in the program. The term of office will be one year. Officers may serve more than one term if re-elected. The following offices are suggested but not required. President A competent leader who promotes camaraderie among classmates and serves as their spokesman on the Physical Therapy Faculty Council once per month or whenever post-professional issues are on the agenda. Vice President Similar to the president, alternates responsibilities on faculty council with the president Secretary/Treasurer An organized administrator who takes notes at class meetings and manages logistical details for class activities (e.g. carpools maybe? social events or community service?) Academic Representative A strong scholar who facilitates study groups and review sessions among classmates and may coordinate with instructors to provide additional academic support as needed. Cultural Representative A spiritually reflective and compassionate individual who encourages cross-cultural understanding among various groups represented, especially in regard to religious practices (e.g. may make arrangements for Muslim prayers on Fridays when full day classes are held on campus).

10.2 Physical Therapy Faculty Council

Privilege The president or vice president of the cohort (one member) is invited to represent their class on the Physical Therapy Faculty Council. From time to time the student representatives are asked to leave if a council member feels it necessary to discuss a particular issue in their absence. Attendance at this council is a privilege that can be removed if confidentiality is not maintained. Students are encouraged to elect their representatives responsibly.

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SECTION 11 PROGRAM POLICIES/PROCEDURES AND OFFICE PERSONNEL

11.1 Program Office Personnel

Postprofessional Operations Coordinator & Advisor The Postprofessional Operations Coordinator is primarily responsible to the program administrator. Duties include:

Processes Admissions for the Distance and On Campus Postprofessional Programs

Assists Director with setting up continuing education courses on campus

Coordinates the Marketing Plan for each year

Advises students in matters of admissions, registration and graduation

11.2 Office Hours

Physical Therapy Program Office The office hours may vary during vacations and between semesters. During periods when classes are in session the hours will be:

Monday through Thursday 9:00 – 12:00 & 1:00 – 4:00 Friday 9:00 – 12:00

11.3 Faculty Office Hours

Faculty who have offices in the physical therapy building normally post their office hours near their doors or identify them on their Course Outlines. The student may contact the faculty person directly during the posted office hours to make an appointment. Appointments with the department chair are made through their respective administrative assistants.

11.4 Bulletin Boards

Bulletin boards are provided for student information. Program Bulletin Board This bulletin board located outside of Classroom C is for general and specific announcements that may relate to the program or students. It provides official notice of schedules, activities, policies, requirements, notes of recognition, TBA schedules, class cancellations, or schedule changes. Each student must make a point to check this board at least once every day. All students are held responsible for announcements placed on this bulletin board. Students should especially check the bulletin board first thing upon arriving on campus at the beginning of every new semester. Career Opportunities Announcements This bulletin board (located in the hallway across from classroom C entrance) is for current listings of job openings in the field of physical therapy. Housing, Licensure and Scholarship Bulletin Board This bulletin board (located across from the Career Opportunities Bulletin Board) is an area for housing availability, licensure information and scholarship opportunities.

11.5 Photocopiers

Copiers are available for student use in the student lobby and James White Library. Each student will be given 20 copies on the first day of arrival for the PT student lobby copier. After that, students may purchase copies from the Postprofessional Operations Coordinator. A minimum of $2 may be added to your account at any one time. Report any problems with the copier in the student lobby to the Entry-Level Operations Assistant. The James White Library has cash only copiers available for student use. Articles can be scanned for free at the Library and emailed to your email address. Staff in the PT office have been requested not to make copies for students.

11.6 Outgoing Mail

Intercampus mail as well as the Unites States Postal Service mail may be dropped through the mail slot around the corner to the left of the mailboxes.

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11.7 Student Email

Each student will receive an email account through Andrews University. It is important that students check their Andrews email account daily. Faculty routinely send messages to students concerning changes in class schedules and information for assignments, exams or quizzes. The primary mechanism of communications between the student and the University is through students' Andrews email account. It also serves as a nice way for you as students to contact the program office or send messages of encouragement to each other.

11.8 Telephones

Personal Calls

A phone is provided in the student lounge for campus, local and personal credit card calls.

Long distance calls are made at the expense of the student using their personal credit card.

Incoming Calls Students are requested not to have personal calls directed to the department.

Only in an emergency will the student be called from a class or laboratory. Department of Physical Therapy “800” Number The incoming 800 number calls are for departmental and clinical assignment calls only. Students should not ask friends, relatives, employers or others to use the “800” line to contact them or to leave messages.

11.9 Use of Facilities

Remember back to your first visit to Andrews University. What were your first impressions as you walked through the Physical Therapy building? First impressions do count. We have many visitors (prospective students, people coming to be research subjects, clinical patients, etc.). We all tend to judge the quality of the program and students by the appearance of the building. This section contains guidelines that we hope will help us project a professional high quality image. Food A refrigerator and microwave oven are located in the student lobby. The physical therapy kitchen is available for group functions but must be cleared immediately after each use. Do not use the refrigerator in the kitchen as it is cleared out regularly and all items are discarded. Please be sure to pick up all trash and clean all areas utilized prior leaving. At no time should food or drinks be opened, handled, eaten, or placed on or near equipment that could be damaged by an accidental spill. Human Subjects in the Classroom Each person is responsible for his/her own well-being. If you have any health reason or otherwise feel you should not participate as a subject for purposes of demonstration or practice of a physical therapy skill or modality you are responsible to bring this to the attention of the course or lab instructor and your lab partner. If you expect to practice a skill on a classmate, there is an obligation to respect the rights of the partner and to discontinue a procedure upon request. Further, you should not request the right to practice a skill or modality procedure on a classmate until the appropriate instruction has been received. Therapeutic modalities and equipment are not to be used by the students without prior approval of the appropriate instructor. Non-students may be used for demonstration purposes provided they have signed an informed consent that identifies the potential risks associated with his/her participation. At no time should students practice on non-program participants, nor should they bring them to the facility for such purposes. Minors who are brought to the facility for purposes of demonstration must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. The parent or legal guardian must sign an informed consent making him/her aware of the potential risks associated with the minor’s participation. Anatomy Lab Risk potentials and the necessary precautions relative to maintaining adequate protection for skin, eyes, airways, etc., relating to air quality, embalming fluid, body fluid and tissues, dissecting tools, are presented to the students by the laboratory instructor. The students are responsible for knowing and practicing all precautions. The human anatomical specimens being studied or dissected must always be treated with dignity and respect. These represent persons who, even after death, are contributing to the cause of education.

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Ethical considerations require that proper precautions be taken to protect the privacy of human anatomical materials. Success in continuing to have access to human cadavers depends, in large measure, on our good ethics and discretion. Visitors are not allowed in the anatomy laboratory except by specific permission from the anatomy instructor and/or the department chair. Precautions will be posted in the anatomy laboratories. These will be reviewed and discussed with the students by the respective instructor.

Bicycles, Roller-skates, Roller blades, Skateboards, etc. Bicycles are not permitted in the physical therapy building or any other building on campus (see university policy regarding bicycles). A small bicycle rack is located in front of the student entrance for student use. Roller-skates, roller blades and skateboards are not to be used in the physical therapy building. All persons must remove, or put away, these articles prior to entering the building. Pets Pets are not permitted in the physical therapy building. Physical Therapy Computer Resources The University maintains three large computer labs on campus. Bell Hall, Nethery Hall and Chan Shun Hall all have computer resources available to all students. In addition, the physical therapy department maintains a small free computer lab for physical therapy student use only. Access may be gained by use of the five terminals in the computer lab or through the “Wireless Web”. To enter through the wireless web, students will need to purchase a wireless web network card at the ITS store which can be inserted into most laptops or notebook computers. Students may see the administrative assistant to purchase printing rights in the computer lab. It should be considered a privilege to have access to this lab. Due to the high cost of maintaining this lab no other persons are permitted to enter. If you see someone other than a physical therapy student in this lab please report it to the program office immediately. If this is not tightly controlled, the lab may be closed. Other Department Facilities Use of any department facilities or equipment must be cleared in advance with the Entry-Level Operations Assistant, who is the Building Manager. It is requested that the students do not use the exercise equipment, specifically the exercise bikes, ergometers and treadmills, for personal routine exercising. This does add considerable wear to the equipment. Students have access to the university health clubs in the women’s and men’s resident halls and are encouraged to use them. Physical Therapy Building Access Every student is issued an Andrews ID card. This card will give each physical therapy student access to the physical therapy student entrance, computer lab, research lab, classrooms, and gym area. Access is permitted from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 7:00 a.m. until 2 hours before sundown on Friday. Students are not permitted in the building after 11:00 p.m. and during Sabbath hours.

11.10 Classroom Use

Students requesting the use of the physical therapy building classrooms for extracurricular activities should contact the entry-level operations assistant.

11.11 Parking

Students are asked to follow the published university regulations regarding the parking of vehicles and bicycles. Each student is required to have a parking permit issued by the university campus safety department. To avoid a parking ticket, all physical therapy students are asked to use the two parking lots east of the bookstore and north of the pool. Students are not to park on the sidewalk side of the street in front of the building. Parking on the sidewalk side of the street is reserved for contract and regular faculty, staff, patients, research subjects, delivery vehicles, and visitors.

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11.12 Transportation

Each student is responsible for their own transportation to and from classes, clinicals, or any other school function. For a fee, Andrews University’s Transportation department provides a pick-up service to/from the South Bend airport. Please call 269-471-3519 at least 24 hours in advance for pick-up service.

11.13 Program Safety

Information about all Andrews University Campus Safety Procedures can be found online through the LearningHub. Direct link access to this resource is https://learninghub.andrews.edu/course/view.php?id=5298. Fire

1. Andrews University is a smoke free campus. 2. Do not overload outlets or run extension cords under carpets. 3. Familiarize yourself with the use of fire extinguishers, but never fight a fire alone. Do not use

a fire extinguisher unless properly trained. 4. Do not block fire extinguishers, stand pipes or sprinkler heads. 5. Report missing, used, or damaged fire extinguishers to building management. 6. Report broken or defective electric fixtures, switches, or outlets to the program office and

discontinue use until proper repairs are made. 7. Do not block or prop open fire doors. 8. Report broken exit lights or alarms to building management. 9. Maintain clear aisles and exit ways. 10. Check fire doors for automatic closing devices and latching hardware. 11. Keep fire exit doors unlocked. 12. Use approved cans for storing flammable liquids. 13. Remove excessive combustible storage and trash. Good housekeeping is good fire preven-

tion. 14. Report all fires, even small fires, first to the Campus Safety Department immediately.

Evacuation procedure for emergency exit:

1. Upon the discovery of fire, remain calm. 2. Alert other occupants by pulling the manual fire alarm pull station located in the hallways. 3. Check to see that other employees, students and guests are aware of an evacuation. 4. Do not take personal belongings. 5. Close your doors 6. Do not talk during evacuation. Listen for instructions. 7. Select an alternate escape route in the event your designated exit is blocked by smoke or

fire. 8. If you become trapped in an office, close the door and seal off cracks and signal fire fighters

for rescue and wait. 9. Do not re-enter the building until the fire chief issues an “all clear”.

Tornado Tornado warning: By definition, a tornado warning is an alert by the National Weather Service confirming a tornado sighting and location. The weather service will announce the approximate time of detection and direction of movement. Wind will be 75 mph or greater. Public warning will come over the radio, TV, or five minute steady blasts of sirens by the municipal defense warning system. Action to take:

1. Get away from the perimeter of the building and exterior glass. 2. Leave your exterior office or classroom area and close doors. 3. Go to the center corridor and protect yourself by putting your head as close to your lap as

possible, or kneel protecting your head. If you are trapped in an outside office:

1. Seek protection under a desk. 2. Keep calm. 3. Keep your radio or television set tuned to a local station for information.

First-Aid Two first-aid kits are located within the facility. One is in the program office workroom and the other s in the modalities area. Policies for reporting personal injury are stated in Section 8.6

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11.14 Protected Information Policy

Information collected from fellow students, lab subjects, patient/client or from research/capstone project subjects is considered confidential information, and protected by applicable Health and Human Services laws (available through: http://www.os.dhhs.gov/ ). As such, written informed consent from the patient/client or designated official is required if the information is to be used for any purposes other than direct health care. Use of the information should still protect the patient/client’s right to anonymity, when possible, and be used for educational purposes, either in the classroom or to other professionals. If images are requested, a separate consent form must be obtained, prior to obtaining and using such images.

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SECTION 12 PROGRAM FINANCIAL POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

12.1 Program Application Fee(s) & Deposit(s)

Please see the Andrews University’s General Information Bulletin for amounts and online at www.andrews.edu/apply for specific details on how and when the application fees should be paid. There is a required confirmation deposit that confirms for the accepted student a position in the postprofessional physical therapy class beginning the same year. The deposit will be credited to the successful student’s tuition account following registration for the second semester of the program. This is a non-refundable deposit.

12.2 Tuition Fees

Tuition for the Postpofessional Program is not dependent on number of credits and is charged in a block format of three equal amounts for the three terms (Fall, Spring and Summer) of each academic year. The professional fee is set by the PT department and is charged at the beginning of each term along with the block tuition. Additional Andrews fees include the University General Fee, dorm/housing, food, insurance, certain medical expenses, books and supplies. There is no discount for students who already have a degree from Andrews University. Contact Student Financial Services for answers to specific questions. Student expenses covered by the block tuition include:

Postprofessional program courses (courses outside of the Postprofessional Program are not included in the block)

Normal teaching and office equipment/supplies as with other similar departments on campus

Student liability insurance

Fees for specialized lectures/seminars within the physical therapy curriculum

Other university services as outlined in the University Bulletin Student expenses covered by the professional education fee include:

Physical therapy related equipment for laboratories and research

Student kit that includes tools that will be needed throughout the program

Use and maintenance of the Physical Therapy Computer Lab including the computers and the prepaid printing plan.

NAIOMT exam fee, including the Practical Exam for certification.

12.3 Financial Aid

The Student Financial Services Office handles all financial aid applications and processing of financial aid as well as payment arrangements for financial aid recipients. Please contact Student Financial Services to discuss with your financial advisor any questions you have regarding the financial aid process and time line. Work closely with your financial advisor to be certain that your financial aid/ payment plans are in place well before the beginning of your program, and each Session as they happen. Also visit the APTA Foundation website for more information on grants and scholarships available for post professional students.

12.4 Medical Insurance

Physical therapy students are required to take the medical insurance coverage provided by Andrews University or provide evidence of personal insurance. The university must have documented proof that students are covered for personal medical care.

12.5 Syllabus Photocopy Expenses

Some courses in the Physical Therapy program have a large syllabus due to the high volume of content information and/or intensity of the subject. Syllabi that are 100 pages or less will be provided at no charge. Syllabi greater than 100 pages will be charged and distributed to the students by the instructor of each course. All syllabi that include a copyright charge will also be charged to the student.

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SECTION 13 DSCPT SUPERVISED CLINICAL PRACTICE

13.1 Supervised Clinical Practice

Beginning in the 2nd year of the on-campus DScPT program, supervised clinical practice will be part of the required NAIOMT coursework. This experience will be provided on the campus of Andrews University. Details to come.

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SECTION 14 RESEARCH CURRICULUM

14.1 Curriculum

For any doctoral program in physical therapy, it is expected that at the conclusion of the program, the graduates will be proficient consumers and evaluators of the literature as well as contributors to the growing body of evidence supporting our professional practice. These contributions can range from poster or platform presentations at state level meetings to the same at national meetings with the ultimate hope of future publications by the graduates. With these expectations in mind, the research curriculum offered by the postprofessional doctorate programs in physical therapy at Andrews University was established. Three research classes are required for all Postprofessional doctorate students:

1. PTH630: Clinical Research 2CR Students are introduced to the basic concepts of research methods and design, biostatistics, and developing a proposal for institutional review.

2. PTH740: advanced Topics in Clinical Research 3CR Students take a more in-depth look at topics introduced in PTH630 while applying statistical analysis procedures to various research questions and data sets. Learning how to use SPSS for statistical analysis is an important outcome of this class.

3. PTH760: applications in Clinical Research 2CR Evaluating and critiquing current physical therapy research is the focus of this course. Students are also guided through the process of developing a publishable quality case study as well as performing a retrospective study on real clinical outcomes data and interpreting the results.

The textbook required for all of our research courses is: Foundations of Clinical Research: Applications to Practice (3rd Edition) Leslie Gross Portney (Author), Mary P. Watkins (Author). The statistical software package that is used at AU is SPSS. These resources can be found at Amazon.com or any other online textbook site.

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SECTION 15 CAPSTONE EXPERIENCE

The Capstone Project serves as an outcome component for both the t-DPT and DScPT degrees and at the same time allows students to make a valuable contribution to evidence-based physical therapy practice. It should represent the cumulative knowledge and skill that a student brings with them to the program and develops throughout their course of study.

15.1 Requirements

Students entering the program with a Bachelor’s degree will be required to design and conduct an original scientific research study, analyze the results, and write it up in a publishable format for a selected peer-reviewed journal. Assuming previous experience with research, students entering the program with a Master’s degree or entry-level DPT degree may conduct an original scientific research study as described above OR they may choose to prepare an advanced case report for publication, develop a marketable product, or perform some other type of scholarly work.

15.2 Registration and Academic Credit

Students will register for the Capstone Experience PTH 798 credits—4 credits for the t-DPT and 6 credits for the DScPT—according to their respective curriculum outlines. Students will receive a “DG” or “Deferred Grade” for those credits until the project is completed at which time the Capstone Coordinator will change the grades to “S” or “Satisfactory.” If a student drops out of the program and does not complete the Capstone Project, a “DN” or “Do not Need” grade will be given. If a student is working on a Capstone while not registered for any other classes for credit, the project continuation fee applies.

15.3 Capstone Coordinator

The first step toward completion of a Capstone Project is to prepare an Idea Paper for review by the Capstone Committee. Students may contact Caryn Pierce, PT, Capstone Coordinator (http://www.andrews.edu/shp/pt/faculty/pierce_caryn.html) to discuss ideas (optional) or e-mail Idea Papers to caryn@andrews.edu. The Capstone Coordinator will advise students on the development of idea papers, present idea papers to the Capstone Committee, and relay feedback from the committee to students. Additionally the Capstone Coordinator assigns an Andrews University (AU) Faculty Chair to each approved Project, approves External Committee Members, co-signs Verification of Completion forms and files them with the records office, and catalogs completed Capstone Projects.

15.4 Capstone Committee

Before students proceed with working on a Capstone Project, Idea Papers are subject to the review and approval of the Capstone Committee. Capstone Committee members are all members of the Andrews University Physical Therapy Department faculty. They will be looking for Quality--worthy of doctoral level work and representative of program goals, Academic rigor—strong foundation in the current literature and professional knowledge base, Originality / Uniqueness—something that originates with the student and has not been done before, and Valuable Contribution—something potentially publishable or marketable that will benefit the physical therapy profession. When an Idea Paper has been reviewed, the committee may approve, disapprove, ask for more information, or set guidelines as a condition for approval at a future date.

15.5 Andrews University (AU) Faculty Chair and External Committee Member

Once the idea for a Capstone Project has been approved by the Capstone Committee, a detailed Proposal needs to be developed and refined in consultation with an AU Faculty Chair assigned by the Capstone Coordinator and an External Committee Member selected by the student and approved by the AU Faculty Chair and Capstone Coordinator. The External Committee Member should be someone whose knowledge and skills complement those of the student and AU faculty Chair. For instance, the External Committee Member may serve as a content expert, statistician, editor, or source of research subjects—whatever is needed to round out the team. Verification of Completion must be provided to the Capstone Coordinator by the AU Faculty Chair after obtaining verbal or written approval from the External Committee member. Both the AU Faculty Chair and External Committee Member will be appropriately designated as co-authors on any published material that results from your collaboration. Ownership agreements will be drafted and signed in advance for work leading to the development of a marketable product.

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15.6 Institutional Review Board (IRB):

All research Proposals involving human subjects must be reviewed and approved by the Andrews University IRB prior to subject recruitment and data collection: http://www.andrews.edu/services/research/research_compliance/institutional_review/ . Collecting data on human subjects without IRB approval violates U.S. Department of Health and Human Services regulations. It cannot be included in any project that receives academic credit through Andrews University and will not be publishable in professional journals.

15.7 Timelines

t-DPT: Students enrolled in the on campus t-DPT degree program have a 16 month timeline. It is recommended that these students consider working in groups of 2 on a Systematic Review of Literature in order to complete it within the 16 months of their degree program or propose a reasonable alternative. Fall Semester (1st year) – The first draft of an Idea Paper is due to Capstone Coordinator by the end of Fall Semester; activities in PTH500 (literature review) and PTH630 (proposal) may contribute directly to the development of the idea paper. Spring Semester (1st year) – Revise Idea Paper as needed; obtain Capstone Committee approval. Summer Semester (1st year) – Perform Systematic Review (may start sooner if approved). Fall Semester (2nd year) – Complete Systematic Review manuscript; Due by the end of the first week of December. DScPT: Students enrolled in the on campus DScPT program have a 3 year timeline as well as the orthopedic manual therapy curriculum that includes clinical practice. DScPT students may consider an advanced case report or single subject design individually or work in groups of 2-3 on larger scale projects, keeping in mind the requirement to complete the project prior to graduation. While DScPT students may be considering a topic of interest for their Capstone as the focus for earlier efforts in required courses, the first draft of an Idea Paper is not due until Fall semester of the 2nd year. Fall Semester (2nd year) – Idea Paper to Capstone Committee; Revise as needed for approval. Spring Semester (2nd year) – Submit full proposal to IRB; obtain approval. Summer Semester (2nd year) – Data Collection and Analysis Fall Semester (3rd year) – Data Collection and Analysis Spring Semester (3rd year) – Write manuscript Summer Semester (3rd year) – Completed Manuscript Due by end of the first week in July

15.8 Dissemination

With the student’s permission the written portion of completed Capstone Projects will be catalogued in a searchable electronic database accessible through Andrews University’s James White Library. This service is free and does not preclude publication. All students are encouraged to submit their projects for publication in appropriate journals or presentations at professional conferences. Continued support through this process may be provided by the AU Faculty Chair or Capstone Coordinator.

15.9 Additional Information

Once students have registered for PTH 798 Capstone Experience, they will have access to resources and information about different types of projects, templates for Idea Papers, and step by step instructions for IRB submission, and verification of completion forms, etc. at https://learninghub.andrews.edu.

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SECTION 16 CURRICULUM OUTLINES

16.1 TDPT Curriculum Outline

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SECTION 17 POSTPROFESSIONAL COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

17.1 Foundations Curriculum

PTH460 2 Cr Topics in Comparative Religion Russell This course surveys the major religious traditions of the world. Study includes an overview of origins; major philosophical and theological underpinnings; typical aspects of worship and ethics; and major social, cultural, and political influences. Study is done from a consciously Christian framework. PTH500 2 Cr Doctoral Colloquium Oakley A degree orientation course, which will include introduction to the degree(s), utilization of services at Andrews University; introduction to the Guide to Physical Therapy Practice; development of degree contract and portfolio review. PTH536 3 Cr NAIOMT Level I: Intro to the Fundamentals of Ortho/Manual Therapy Berglund Appropriate skills in basic and objective selective tissue examination necessary for generating a provisional differential diagnosis of spinal dysfunction. Signs, symptoms, pathology, and management of common spinal pathologies are reviewed. Selective tissue tensioning techniques for the peripheral joints are introduced. Cyriax’s principles are introduced. PTH541 3 Cr Physiological Basis for Exercise Prescription: Level I Aerts/Kloosterman Using the system of Medical Exercise Therapy founded by Odvar Holten, this course covers the physiological basis for exercise prescription specifically related to the healing process. Testing strategies, formulas for exercise dosing and equipment conducive to this approach will be presented along with computer software developed to assist dosage and patient tracking. PTH549 3 Cr Principles of Contemporary Leadership Covrig Theory and application of complexity sciences to organizational management; exploration of key leadership roles and changing paradigm; presentation of methods to maximize personal and professional life. PTH608 (DScPT Only) 2 Cr Post Operative Management of Common Orthopedic Surgeries Stupansky This course covers the surgical techniques, guidelines for acute postoperative management and principles needed to safely design a rehabilitation program which will enable the patient to return to their previous level of function. PTH609 (DScPT Only) 2 Cr Evidenced Based Orthopedic Clinical Practice: A Research Review Schneider This course covers an up-to-date understanding of evidence supporting the evaluation and treatment of orthopedic pathologies. Keys to a working knowledge of contemporary research methodology and design along with the ability to analyze results of published studies from the perspective of statistical analysis will be presented. PTH615 2 Cr Clinical Pharmacology Soappman Develops a non-prescriptive knowledge of specific medications including indications, contraindications, precautions, adverse reactions, and dosage, especially as related to physiological effects of physical therapy interventions. PTH630 2 Cr Clinical Research Pierce Introduces the student to the basic concepts of biostatistics and research design and the formulation of evidence based practice strategies.

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PTH646 3 Cr Spirituality in Healthcare Dent A discussion of individual spiritual values; spiritual values from a Christian perspective; how faith and spirituality facilitate the healing process, and how these can be incorporated into patient care. Attention will be given to discerning/addressing the spiritual needs of the patients/clients, family members and ancillary medical staff in a professional environment. PTH647 2-3 Cr Differential Diagnosis Coolman Analysis of the decision-making process, with special focus on clinical guidelines, Physical Therapy Guide to Practice, and differential diagnosis. Differential diagnosis is addressed through comparison of systemic signs and symptoms, as well as appropriate diagnostic tests which may indicate involvement of a problem outside of the scope of PT practice. PTH730 2 Cr Medical Diagnostics Fonstad Addresses imaging, body chemistry values and data derived from musculoskeletal, neurologic, vascular, cardiac and pulmonary testing with the purpose of understanding the disease process. Application of knowledge will determine differential diagnoses. PTH740 3 Cr Advanced Topics in Clinical Research Katuli This course continues to cover the topics introduced in PTH630 in a more in-depth fashion. The student will learn how to set up a research study as well as, review the literature and analyze the validity of the information presented. An introduction to setting up outcome studies will also be covered. PTH748 1 Cr Education for Healthcare Professionals Oakley Examines and applies educational theory to skills utilized by the physical therapist in the classroom, community, and clinical facility. Topics include the educational role of the physical therapist, the taxonomies of learning, learning styles, multiple intelligence, and education technology. PTH760 2 Cr Applications in Clinical Research Katuli Information presented on how to develop and present a publishable quality case study. Actual practice of doing an outcomes study in a clinical environment.

17.2 Manual Therapy Curriculum

PTH537 3 Cr NAIOMT Level II: Intermediate Upper Quadrant Berglund A comprehensive biomechanical and anatomical review of the upper thoracic, upper and lower cervical spine, shoulder, elbow, wrist and hand. Specific biomechanical assessment of each area is taught along with appropriate and effective treatment techniques for common injuries and mechanical dysfunctions. PTH538 3 Cr NAIOMT Level II: Intermediate Lower Quadrant Berglund A comprehensive biomechanical and anatomical review of the lower thoracic and lumbar spines, the hip, knee ankle and foot. Specific biomechanical assessment of each area is taught along with appropriate treatment techniques for common injuries and dysfunctions. PTH546 3 Cr NAIOMT Level III: Advanced Upper Quadrant Pettman Builds on the techniques learned in Level II and helps the student understand the kinetic chain inter-relationships of the upper quadrant. Integrates information generated in the assessment to understand how remote dysfunctions can be causal or contributory. Advanced techniques are demonstrated along with new material on temporo-mandibular joint material and peripheral manipulation skills. Prerequisite: PTH537

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PTH547 3 Cr NAIOMT Level III: Advanced Lower Quadrant Pettman Builds on the techniques learned in Level II and helps the student understand the kinetic chain inter-relationships in the lower quadrant. Presents advanced biomechanical tests and treatment and includes the sacroiliac and pubic joints. Discusses the integration of examination and treatment techniques. Prerequisite: PTH538 PTH548 3 Cr NAIOMT Level IV: High Velocity Manipulation Pettman Instructs the student on the indications and contra-indications, as well as, the safe and effective application of spinal, pelvic, and costal manipulation techniques. Prerequisites: PTH546 and 547 PTH550 4 Cr NAIOMT Supervised Clinical Practice Berglund Using a 3- to-1 model, students will be required to do a minimum of 60 supervised clinical hours applying hands-on techniques with patients under the supervision of a certified NAIOMT clinical instructor. These hours can be done all at one time or split up according to the student’s desire. PTH557 2 CR NAIOMT Thoracic Spine Pettman Lecture/lab course studying the thoracic spine as a source of spinal dysfunction. Emphasis is placed on biomechanical model for detailed examination and treatment of the thoracic spine and costovertebral dysfunction.

17.3 Professional Contribution Curriculum

PTH798 4-6 Cr Capstone Experience Pierce Serves as an essential outcome component to augment the professional development and new learning that Occurs in didactic course work and demonstrates the ability of the graduate to make significant contributions to the profession and/or serve as a change agent in the field of physical therapy.

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